How to Get a Job in Publishing: A Really Practical Guide to Careers in Books and Magazines

Baverstock, Alison

ISBN 10: 0713685034 / ISBN 13: 9780713685039

Published by A&C Black Business Information and Development, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: How to Get a Job in Publishing: A Really Practical Guide to Careers in Books and Magazines
• Publisher: A&C Black Business Information and Development
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0713685034
• ISBN 13: 9780713685039
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Good
• Weight: 310 grams

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Synopsis

Careers in the media have always been popular, but publishing is particularly competitive, with thousands of graduates trying to get a foot in the door. This targeted, practical guide is ideal for anyone who wants to work in publishing, whether on traditional books and magazines or online publications. It will help readers to get that all-important first job and includes: Working out if publishing really is for you Overviews of different types of publishing Explanations of different roles and departments (editorial, production, sales, marketing and so on) Top tips on how to make it in the industry Advice from leading industry figures

About the Author

Alison Baverstock is a former publisher and now author, who writes about writing, publishing and creativity. Her previous books for A&C Black include Is There A Book in You? and Marketing Your Book: An Author's Guide. She is Course Leader of the MA in Publishing at Kingston University and her website is www.alisonbaverstock.com.